Human Resources committee  I imagine that that is partly the case.

Human Resources committee  Are you referring to figures on youth and women?

Human Resources committee  Well, the current situation has really had an impact on youth. We have talked at great length about the increase in youth unemployment. When things are going poorly, the last in are often the first out. People with the least experience and seniority in the company will perhaps be the first ones to be laid off.

Human Resources committee  Yes, I will do my best.

Human Resources committee  Once again, the basic issue is the potential cost to the system. Some studies show that the cost will be substantial. Besides, as Mr. Dorval said, incentives to work must be taken into consideration. Before the recession, we heard a lot about a shortage of labour, about the need to find more workers and about the aging population.

Human Resources committee  Travail partagé.

Human Resources committee  The job-sharing program is much appreciated. It actually helps some companies to keep their employees.